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FatWallet Strikes Back Using DMCA

Posted by Hemos on from the striking-a-blow-for-the-powers-of-good dept.

J. F. Miller writes "A recent Slashdot article reported how FatWallet had been the victim of a DMCA attack by several retail chains. After initially stating that they would not appeal, FatWallet was forced to take legal action when Wal-Mart further subpoenaed the name of a person who posted price information. They are accusing the stores frivolous copyright assertions and demanding payment under Section 512(f) of the DMCA"

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  1. Re:whoohooo! go FatWallet by digitalmuse · · Score: 1, Redundant

    and since the slashdot 'junk' filter is preventing me from posting the text of FatWallet's public announcement of their intent to challenge the Wal-Mart subpeona on the basis of the DMCA, I'll just have to provide you with the link and hope that FatWallet has FatServers...

    FatWallet Challenges Abusive DMCA Claims and Protects Users' Privacy Rights

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